Maria may have affected up to 31 million trees

Experts point out more studies are needed and emphasize in reforestation

Due to the intensity of Hurricane Maria's winds, virtually all the forest areas on the island were left without leaves. (horizontal-x3) — Due to the intensity of Hurricane Maria's winds, virtually all the forest areas on the island were left without leaves. (GFR Media)

In its devastating path through Puerto Rico seven months ago, Hurricane Maria may have killed or severely damage between 23 million and 31 million trees, according to research from the US Department of Energy and the University of California at Berkeley.

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